Sail into the 16th century and discover history with this magnificent replica of a Dubrovnik Republic traditional carrack.
We offer the best cruising and sailing experience there is! Only because of our outstanding service and perfect guest satisfaction we have been the pride of this city for many years now, hence our reputation as the best.

Karaka is the perfect option for everyone who wishes to cruise and sail uniquely, take splendid shots, eat great food and have some fun "the old way". It's the only proper way to cruise around Dubrovnik and its islands.
This is a five star boat equipped with everything you need and all that is missing is YOU!

EXCELLANCE is uniquely designed yacht that evokes a bygone era. From her elegant hull to her handcrafted mahogany interiors and furniture, she has the grace, class and elegance of a traditional yacht, yet has the engineering and amenities of a modern one. Her classic lines, combined with her tall rigging, gives her a real caracter. The Aft Deck with cushioned platform offering an abundance of space, has a beautifull wooden dinning table. The Forward Deck also has a tastefully curve-designed comfortable bench combined with a cocktail table, and is an exciting place to be when the yacht is under sail.

The interior of EXCELLANCE, made of Mahogany, is tastefully decorated in style to provide the feeling of floating in luxury.
Fully air-conditioned/heating 5 deluxe cabins, all with en-suite bathrooms and ”home type” toilets (1 master cabin, 1 VIP cabin, 2 double bed cabins, 1 twin bed cabin) capable to host up to 10+2 clients. They all offer the same impressive amount of space, individualy digitally regulated air condition system, as well as a hair dryer, safe box in each cabin (WI-FI +LED TV/DVD player and a stereo CD music system in a MASTER & VIP cabin).

The Main Saloon combines a dining area with an elegant bar and lounge seating area. The wooden foors, stylish furniture and decent decorations create a comfortable and relaxing feeling. The saloon includes LED TV (satellite) and DVD player with fully air-condition/heating.
The sunbathing mattresses spread on deck will give you the perfect opportunity to sunbathe and relax while cruising or enjoing a smaragd bays.

Ship was built in 1878. in Rovinj and it was named "Slavni Josip" - port of call Racisce (island Korcula).

It was one of the first ships with fuel engine in 1924 when the ship transformed from sailing to motor ship. In first world war this ship was a part of "Boka-Kotorska"navy. Later, ship also participated in world war II in 1944 it ended up in Italy in shipyard "Molfeta". There the engine was changed to a disel motor "MAN" and as such continues to sail till end of war.

In 1948 the people front of Yugoslavia confiscates the ship and awards it to shipping company "Dupin"from Sibenik. The name was changed to Kneza (little village on island Korcula). The name is kept till today and current owner is Mr. Ivan Ercegovic.